Expansion Manager

Rimi Baltic is looking for an Expansion Manager to drive the development and optimization of our store network, with a primary focus on Lithuania.

If it's important for You:

• Challenging and dynamic work in one of the leading food retailers in the Baltics;

• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of Rimi store network across the Baltic States;

• Strategic role combining expansion planning, market analysis, negotiations and portfolio management;

• Close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including municipalities, developers, investors and landlords;

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on business growth and long-term expansion plans.

If You have:

• Higher education in Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate or a related field;

• At least 3 years of experience in real estate development, expansion or site selection;

• Experience working with municipalities and permitting processes;

• Proven track record of successful negotiations and completed development projects;

• Strong analytical capability and commercial mindset;

• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills;

• Strong project management abilities;

• Understanding of retail industry specifics and real estate development principles;

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities;

• Proficiency in English and one of the Baltic languages;

• Valid Category B driving licence.

We will entrust You:

• Executing expansion strategies aligned with company goals and format requirements;

• Monitoring markets, competition, demographics, consumer behaviour, and regional development trends;

• Identifying growth opportunities and maintaining expansion area analyses;

• Managing and optimizing the real estate portfolio in line with business objectives;

• Identifying and evaluating potential sites for new stores across different formats;

• Conducting feasibility analyses, sales forecasts and investment assessments;

• Leading end-to-end property negotiations and contract execution with landlords, developers, investors and municipalities.

• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with property owners and business partners;

• Coordinating legal, technical, financial and construction stakeholders during project development;

• Evaluating project financial performance and driving portfolio optimization initiatives.

Compensation:

Salary 3744 - 5616 EUR per month before taxes. Salary will depend on assessment of candidate’s competencies, experience and skills relevant to job requirements.

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